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How To Cook Lentils | Step-By-Step Stovetop Lentils
Whether you're a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, knowing how to cook lentils on the stovetop is essential! This guide will teach you about these small-yet-flavorful legumes, from measuring and cooking to storage and seasoning.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 169 kcal
Course:
Others
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils dry
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Sort: Spread lentils out on a plate so you can see them all, discarding any that are discolored, as well as any pebbles or other debris.
- Rinse: Place the lentils in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse them thoroughly under cold water, allowing them to drain afterward.
- Flavor: In a pot, combine the lentils with water. To enhance the flavor, add aromatics like bay leaves, garlic, or a sprig of rosemary.
- Cook: Bring the lentil mixture to a boil on the stovetop. Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer for 20-30 minutes for green, brown, and black varieties. For red and yellow lentils, cook for 8-9 minutes.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
169kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
28.8g
(10%)
Protein
12.4g
(25%)
Fat
0.5g
(1%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
3mg
(0%)
Potassium
458mg
(13%)
Fiber
14.6g
(58%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Calcium
27mg
(3%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 169
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 169kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 28.8g | 10% |
| Protein | 12.4g | 25% |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 458mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 58% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.